Long-Term Care Ombudsman (your state's office)
Every state has an Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman. It works to resolve problems about the health, safety, welfare and rights of people who live in nursing homes, board and care homes, assisted living and similar homes. It investigates and resolves complaints made by or on behalf of residents, and gives residents information about long-term services and supports.
Good to know
The ACL page links to a state-by-state finder run by Consumer Voice: pick your state to find the office and its number. A nursing home's written discharge notice has to give the name, address and phone number of the state ombudsman.
In the emergency guides: I'm being sent home from hospital, or someone I care for is →
- Website
- https://acl.gov/programs/Protecting-Rights-and-Preventing-Abuse/Long-term-Care-Ombudsman-Program
- Coverage
- Nationwide (U.S.)
- Languages
- English
- Best for
- Older adults
- Last checked
- October 10, 2026
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